Police arrest three men after alleged stabbing of teenage boy

A 17-year-old boy was taken to the University Hospital of North Tees in Stockton following an incident believed to have taken place on Cheviot Crescent in Billingham at about 4am on Thursday, August 6.He suffered a stab wound and is still being treated in hospital.

Cleveland Police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.The force confirmed three males aged 18, 19 and 44 have been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, and have all been bailed pending further enquiries.

A spokesperson for Cleveland Police said: “Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Stockton CID on the non-emergency number 101, quoting event number 127006.”

Independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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